Dear PWCS FamilyThe Virginia Board of Education recently passed a resolution that will allow eligible students the opportunity to
retake a grade 3-8 Standards of Learning (SOL) test. Students are permitted what is called an “expedited
retake” of a SOL test if they are passing the course associated with the test and:
- Scored between 375 and 399 on their first attempt; or,
- Did not pass their first attempt and have extenuating circumstances that warrant retesting; or,
- Did not sit for the regularly scheduled test for legitimate reasons.
Prince William County Public Schools (PWCS) does not endorse excessive or unnecessary testing of students.
However, we believe this resolution may allow specific students to benefit from retesting, especially in cases
where targeted subject-matter assistance can be provided.
PWCS will administer expedited retakes of grade 3-8 SOL tests June 12-17. In the event your student does not
pass a grade 3-8 SOL test this spring and you would like to have your student retested, PWCS asks that you
read and complete Parts I and II of this form to indicate your consent. Have your student return the signed
form to their school by no later than Friday, May 1st. PWCS cannot administer an expedited retake unless you
have given prior consent. Please note that your consent can be withdrawn at any time and any decision to omit
your student from participation in an expedited retake will not impact their grade or academic record.
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Part I: Student Information
Student’s Full Name
Student’s School
Grade Level
Part II. Affirmative Parental/Guardian Consent
By signing below, I consent to have my student participate in an expedited retake of their Spring 2015 Grade 38 Standards of Learning (SOL) test(s).
Parent or Guardian Printed Name
Parent or Guardian Signature
Date